Electronics

HOT SWAP CONTROLLER

Oversee, manage power supplies

The LTC4240 Hot Swap^™ controller allows a board to be safely inserted and removed from a live CompactPCI^® bus slot. The product controls all four supplies, while electronic circuit breakers protect supplies from over-current faults. It has a built-in two-wire interface that permits software control and monitoring of device functions. Units control 3.3, 5, and 12V supplies. Linear Technology, www.linear.com Enter 654

RESISTOR NETWORKS

For amplifiers, voltage dividers

The SMN Series of 4-resistor, surface mount Bulk Metal^® Foil resistor networks is designed in small outline, 8-pin JEDEC MS-012 packages. Each network contains four resistors in a dual, in-line, molded epoxy unit. The products resist shock, thermal shock, moisture, high-frequency vibration, and problems due to extreme temperatures. They are available in tube, waffle pack, or tape-and-reel packaging. Vishay Intertechnology Inc., www.vishay.com Enter 655

10W RELAY

With magnetic screens

Requiring a board area of 0.15 x 0.27 inch, the Series 116 relay, in a single-pole version, makes it possible to increase the functionality of boards without increasing size, the company reports. They have a switching power rating of 10W, and are packaged in plastic with internal mu-metal magnetic screens. They offer high permeability and low magnetic remanence, eliminating problems due to magnetic interaction. Pickering Electronics, www.pickeringrelay.com Enter 656

ELECTRONIC SOCKET

Simple mechanical mounting

The SG-BGA-6082 GHz bandwidth socket supports a 42.5-mm body, 1-mm pitch Xylinx devices, using a conductive elastomer contactor. These ZIF sockets have precision ball-guide designs and mechanically mount to PCBs: Users need only twist the lid open, insert the IC, close, and turn the aluminum heatsink screw for downward force on the IC. Contact resistance is normally 10 mV. Xilinx Inc., www.xilinx.com/automotive Enter 657

DESKTOP POWER SUPPLY

Meets medical equipment requirements

A medical desktop power supply series offers 30 output combinations, for a variety of medical uses, including 12 singles, 11 duals, and 7 triples. Voltages from 2.5 to 48 are available, and output voltage ranges are adjusted at the factory. The PCM50 is 2.99 x 5.75 x 1.69 inches, and generates power without derating in temperatures from 0 to 50C and with derating at 70C. The series is approved to UL2601, CSA C22.2 601-1 and EN60601. XPiQ Inc., www.xpiq.com Enter 658

VOLTAGE MODULE

Minimizes distribution losses

A VI chip voltage transformation module reportedly breaks records for speed, density and efficiency. It is a key component of the company's Factorized Power Architecture, which leverages a voltage designated Vf, controlled to minimize distribution losses. The V048K015T80 VTM is designed to achieve response time under 1 µsec. It puts out 1.5V dc from a 48V input and is operated either open or closed-loop. Vicor Corp., www.vicr.com Enter 659

DIP SWITCH

Extended actuator

Full-profile DIP switches are available for logic switching in computers, security, and peripherals. The KG Series is an SPST DIP switch that offers a choice of 2 to 12 positions, with available extended actuator for easy switching and optional top tape seal for solder washing. CIT RELAY, www.citrelay.com Enter 670

INTEGRATED CIRCUIT PACKAGE

High-side power switch

Power systems can get a boost using the power quad flat pack no-lead IC package. The product reportedly boosts silicon performance. The PQFN surface-mount package is designed to meet the high-power dissipation requirements of silicon applications that typically outpace the capabilities of available power packages. Applications include automotive, industrial, marine, and commercial products. Motorola, www.motorola.com Enter 671

CAR TELEMATICS PLATFORM

"Smart" transportation information

BlackFin^® car telematics platform for the automotive industry is a single-chip, software programmable product that functions as a navigation, communication and entertainment system. It includes Java^™ support, easing compatibility across vehicle models. Telematics systems allow the receipt of communications for automatic roadside assistance, remote diagnostics and more. Analog Devices, www.analog.com Enter 672

TRANSMITTERS

Wire warning signal included

A transmitter that conditions and linearizes signals across a dedicated temperature range is available, providing standard 4-20 mA current output. The signal can be transferred thousands of feet from the sensor over two wires to an indicating meter, controller, PLC, computer or other device. Features of the SPRTX include RTD lead wire compensation, open input wire warning signal, and shielded output cable. OMEGA Engineering, www.omega.com Enter 673

ROCKER SWITCHES

Reliable, effective switching

Ultra-miniature rocker and paddle switches are designed as alternatives to standard switches. They feature a sliding twin crossbar contact mechanism, which reportedly guarantees logic-level reliability. Contacts are protected by dust covers, molded terminals and internal O-rings. Applications include telecom, handhelds, industrial/commercial, and medical products. NKK Switches, www.nkkswitches.com Enter 674

ILLUMINATOR

Controlled transmission in UV

An illuminator reportedly providing twice the light of standard 150W quartz-halogen products is designed to produce white light with true color rendering and balance. Features of the Fiber-Lite^® include a 20-100% intensity control via manual iris, removable visible bandpass filter, and an external filter holder. The 100W metal halide bulb has a life of 6,000 hours and color temperature of 5,300K. Edmund Industrial Optics www.edmundoptics.com Enter 675

HIGH-EFFICIENCY DIODES

Use with 200W and higher

Power factor correction units smooth the pulsating ac mains current, allowing the maximum amount of power to be drawn. ETX and ETL Series high efficiency diodes for correction enable lower system losses and reportedly have low reverse recovery charge and low forward voltage drop, respectively. Applications include large computer servers, telecommunications, notebook computers, video games, and home entertainment. International Rectifier, www.irf.com Enter 676

PUSHBUTTON SWITCHES

Various shapes, colors

The EB Series of light-touch miniature pushbutton switches features tactile actuation reportedly ideal for light-duty applications. Available in power and logic level ratings for suitability, EB switches are available with 6-mm bushings or snap-in mounts, with various LED shapes and colors, and in singe pole/double throw or double pole/double throw circuits. Applications include telecom, medical and industrial/commercial uses. NKK Switches, www.nkkswitches.com Enter 677

TEST & MEASUREMENT

Acquire and analyze data

Reportedly the first of its kind, a graphical test and measurement software solution is available for Microsoft Visual Studio .NET. The T&M Toolkit connects instruments, add-ins, and interface in an open standard environment. The kit provides a process to create, debug and run T&M control software. Engineers can create with .NET icons rather than writing complex textual code, the company reports. Softwire, www.softwire.com Enter 678

SENSING LIGHT SCREENS

Increased ranges, speeds

A part sensing light screen detects miniature objects as small as 0.025 inch. In the Series LX light screen, up to 11 light beams form a nearly solid crosshatch detection pattern, detecting objects in high-speed environments, the company reports. Series LX is available in 3-, 6-, and 12-inch lengths, has aluminum housings and T-slots, and is offered in short or standard range for various applications. Banner Engineering Corp.www.bannerengineering.com Enter 679

THERMISTOR

Adds new variants for specificity

The 4K3A356 epoxy-coated discrete thermistor operates at 115C and features a 30 AWG copper plated lead wire, burn-in by oven, 4000V resistance at 25C, and 0.2C accuracy. The product represents a revision of ESA/SCC detail specification 4006/002 and is available under the European Space Agency's qualified parts list. BetaTHERM Corp., www.betatherm.com Enter 680

CRIMP CONNECTORS

Meets mil-spec surface requirements

Silver Band, Type N crimp connectors offer outstanding performance to 2.5 GHz. The first available item is the SC-400-NM male plug for the LMR-400, for microwave and RF applications. Features include nickel plating, knurled coupling nut, Teflon^® dielectrics, mil-spec plating compliance, and captive pin. The product may be installed with standard LMR prep tools. Smiths Interconnectwww.smithsinterconnect.com Enter 681

RING SENSORS

Mounting, use flexibility

A line of ring sensors has been expanded to include parts counting and parts ejection verification. They offer updated housings, higher detection sensitivity, added mounting accessories and CE approved versions. The Q80 is available with a 50- or 65-mm ring and is equipped with a static output. All versions are reportedly easy to mount on pipes and tubes. TURCK Inc., www.turck.com Enter 682

SOLID-STATE RELAY

Short, overload protection

The Series 605-210 high-voltage dc, solid-state, hockey puck relay is a 10A, 70V dc product, offering short circuit/overload protection for system components and wiring. Designed for commercial aviation and military COTS applications, the relay features an aluminum base serving as a heat sink and optical isolation to eliminate ground loops and signal ground noise. Teledyne Relays, www.teledynerelays.com Enter 683

ROCKER SWITCHES

For ac and dc equipment

The DSRocker^® digital signal rocker switch reportedly works with any proprietary digital databus system. The product looks and feels like a standard switch but is fully digital, allowing control of any dc or ac equipment. Features include weather-resistant package and life to 1 million cycles. Switching includes SPST, DPST, SPDT and DPDT, momentary/continuous, pilot light, or illuminated symbols. Cole Hersee Co., www.colehersee.com Enter 684

PC BOARD

With 16-bit counter/timers

The PCI-DAS60512 board offers 16 single-ended and eight differential channels of 16-bit analog input. Measurements on any of 15 inputs can be taken up to 333,000 samples per second. Features include dual 16-bit analog outputs, monitor switch, contact closures and two 16-bit counter/timers. The product is supported by LabVIEW^™, SoftWIRE^™, Agilent VEE^™, and Matlab^®. A universal library speeds programming in Visual Basic, C#, C++ and others is available. Measurement Computing www.measurementcomputing.com Enter 685

BATTERY CHARGING IC

High power conversion efficiency

A battery-charging and power conversion integrated circuit reportedly offers efficiency up to 97%. It provides all major requirements for single-cell Li-Ion and Li-Poly applications that have multiple power rails. Features include charge current programmability, USB and outlet charging, and (2) 200mA LDOs. The TPS65010 applications include PDAs, smart phones, digital radio players and digital cameras. Texas Instruments, www.ti.com Enter 686

XGA TFT LCD

Motion image applications

Feed Forward Driving^™, technology included in an XGA TFT LCD display, is included in an ASIC that can be added to any module and contains a frame memory and lookup table. Benefits include reduced cell response time, accelerated frame-to-frame processing, and high contrast ratio. FFD provides clarity for fast-changing images, using twisted nematic technologies. Optrex America Inc., www.optrex.com Enter 687

BACKLIGHTING PANELS

Low power use, longer life

Fiberoptic backlighting panels feature conductive pads integrated into the backlight. The pads are printed on the underside of the fiberoptic panel and work as a switch. When a button on the keypad is pressed, it deflects the pad down to the PC board, making contact and closing the circuit. This precludes the need to sandwich the conductive layer, which reduces light. Applications include keypads, keyboards, and membrane switches. Lumitex Inc., www.lumitex.com Enter 688

DC/DC CONVERTER

Allows intermittent MOSFET operation

Offering up to 95% efficiency and delivery up to 1A of output, the LTC3441 buck-boost dc/dc converter is designed for optimal battery run time in single cell Li-Ion, multi-cell alkaline and NiMH battery applications. The converter uses input voltage of 2.4 to 5.5V, and (2) 0.10V N-channel and (2) 0.11V P-channel switches. Applications include cell phones, PDAs, wireless DSL modems, and digital cameras. Linear Technology Corporation, www.linear.com Enter 689

CURRENT-SENSING TRANSFORMERS

All rated for 6A

Surface-mount, current sensing transformers are reportedly ideal for performance of 100 kHz and greater. They feature lead-free construction and five standard turning ratios: 30, 40, 50, 70 and 125. The LPE-3325-CST units include secondary inductance from 180 uH to 3000 uH. Applications include switching power supplies, ac current detection, and output supplies for control circuitry in appliances, and medical and office equipment. Vishay Intertechnology Inc., www.vishay.com Enter 690

DATA ACQUISITION BOARD

Includes API and connectors

Real-time measurement solutions require intelligent data acquisition systems like the Sleek Box, a metal enclosure with built-in use connections, power supply, and cable. Sleek Box houses a DT9841 intelligent module, protected by EMI for highly accurate signal measurement. A USB 2.0 cable, host software, and documentation is included. Applications include vibration systems, acoustic measurements, and in-house testing. Data Translation, www.datatranslation.com Enter 691

RF CONNECTORS

500-cycle durability

The size of RF micro-miniature connectors has shrunken significantly. According to the company, the MMCX version is 35% smaller but offers durability and performance. Designed for broadband use from dc to 6 GHz, they can be used with future upgrades in mind. Applications include GPS, wireless communications, and automotive and commercial uses. Tyco Electronics, www.tycoelectronics.com Enter 692

AC/DC POWER SUPPLIES

International safety approvals

High density, single output ac/dc converters measure 2.5 x 4.25 x 9.17 inches and include end-mounted fans and covers. The SMQ500 delivers 500W and the SMQ600 outputs 600W. The series feature nine standard models from 90 to 264V ac, and active PFC to meet international EN61000-3-2,-3 standards. Features include remote sense, no minimum load, and overvoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature protection. XPiQ Inc., www.xpiq.com Enter 693

MINI QUARTZ CRYSTALS

Higher frequencies in smaller packages

Ultra-small and thin, micro surface mount crystals are made to be 130% smaller than the company's standard crystals. Designed for miniature wireless applications, the NX2520 is available in 20-80 MHz. Standard frequencies are 20.000, 22.5792, 24.000, 24.756, 26.000, 27.000, and others. The NX2520DA is the 100V unit in a ceramic-based, metal-covered lead-free package. NDK America, www.ndk.com Enter 694

DC/AC INVERTER

Smaller and more versatile

The company's low-profile, 8m Class inverter is available in kit form, including circuit design, magnetic components, and layout validation. The 8m Kit Series allows designers to choose components like choke, input cap, and output capacitor, for printed circuit boards. The company helps customers choose design elements, from concept to board layout, and supplies samples. Endicott Research Group, www.ergpower.com Enter 695

TACTILE SWITCH

Compact design, brilliant light

The CL1200 series illuminated tactile switch is offered in red, green, yellow, and blue, and provides brilliant light from the center point of the switch. The switch is rated for 50 mA at 48V dc. A compact design reportedly makes the CL1200 ideal for audio/video equipment, consumer electronics, and test instruments, the company claims. Super-bright LEDs are available as options. CIT RELAY, www.citrelay.com Enter 696

LIGHTING SPECIALTIES

Multi-colored lighting effects

OptiLine^® fiberoptic lines are reportedly ideal for splash and function lighting in small areas, and as backlighting for commercial products. The lights use a mixture of fiber-optic layers for multicolored effects, degrees of brightness, and appearances like neon glow and diffuse accent lighting. Available in several colors, styles, and sizes, the lights are used in equipment such as consumer electronics, medical and dental machines, automotive radio, and HVAC controls. Poly-Optical Products, Div. of Lumitexwww.poly-optical.com Enter 697

INTELLIGENT POWER SWITCH

Eliminates fuses in many cases

Intelligent power switches reportedly increase system reliability, reduce weight, and simplify circuits. IPS devices IR3310, IR3311 and IR3312 are designed for current sensing and built-in protection circuits for 14V automotive systems. Applications include central switching unit light controllers, glow-plug controls, auxiliary positive temperature coefficient heaters, and fan drivers and controllers. International Rectifier, www.irf.com Enter 698

EMBEDDED TELEMETRY

Flexible design, carrier independence

The embedded telemetry system is a hardware/software reference platform for the development and deployment of customized telemetry applications. Embedded software is reportedly the industry's first to enable devices to deploy via multiple spectrums and carriers. Features include flexible design, carrier independence, low power usage, and lower cost. PETs use existing communications networks to remotely transmit and monitor small amounts of data. Paragon Innovations Inc.www.paragoninnovations.com Enter 699

SURFACE-MOUNT BEAD ARRAY

Saves board space

The BLA2A Series ferrite bead array is surface-mounted and reportedly smaller than other standard products, measuring 2.0 x 1.0 mm. This component filters four circuits in one packet, and is designed for limited board space applications. The series also reduces EMI emissions. Applications include notebook computers, PDAs, and other small digital devices. Murata Electronics North America, www.murata.com Enter 700

ANALOG CHIP

Real-time function control

The AN221E02 programmable analog array is available for simple analog filtering, sensor conditioning, and basic PID applications. The chip is statically and dynamically reconfigurable. Designers can manipulate the loop response, change filter characteristics, or adjust coefficients without interrupting the operation of the array. Analog ship applications include industrial, audio, automotive, medical, communications, and automatic test equipment. Anadigm Inc., www.anadigm.com Enter 701

INTERFACE TRANSCEIVERS

Small serial port for LAN

A two-chip set interfaced transceiver package reportedly forms the smallest multi-protocol serial port for LAN and WAN equipment. The LTC2847/LTC2845 interface transceivers operate from a single 5V supply. These transceivers can be configured for RS232, RS449, EIA-530, EIA-530-A, V.35, V.36, and X.21 protocols. The LTC2847 has three configurable drivers and receivers; the LTC2845 has five configurable drivers and receivers. Linear Technology, www.linear.com Enter 702

FLEX CABLES

Long life, better flexibility

Trackless cable assemblies are reportedly self-supporting and reduce the particulation, vibration, size, and weight associated with cable tracks. The units are designed to operate in controlled motion in stroke lengths to 60 inches and acceleration to 4 G but retain small bending radii. Assemblies include connector termination and mounting clamps for drop-in installation. Life expectancy is over 20 million cycles. W.L. Gore & Associates, www.wlgore.com Enter 703

RACK-MOUNT DISPLAY

Saves rack space

The 17-inch, rack-mount flat panel LCD is an integrated platform that provides plug-and-play monitor solutions. Features include a 0.264-mm dot pitch, 250 nits luminance, and contrast ratio of 500:1. The product ships with an integrated trackball and mouse. Interfaces include DVI, NTSC/PAL, S-Video, SVHS, and others. Applications include industrial automation, process control, aerospace, medical diagnostics, defense monitoring, and computer servers. Three-Five Systems, www.35sys.com Enter 704

BATTERY FUEL GAUGE

Protects battery packs

A chipset featuring three advanced battery management integrated circuits for battery packs is now available. The battery fuel gauge, including protection chip and secondary device, offer designers reduced quiescent current, increased efficiency, and lower component count. Features include an integrated time base, integrated FLASH memory, charge flow measurement, and programmable cell modeling. Texas Instruments Inc., www.ti.com Enter 705

CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Improved protection performance

A line of current-limiting circuit breakers includes a 100A frame and offers electrical protection, high reliability, and industrial flexibility. Features include high interruption capacity, smaller frame size, improved calibration accuracy, low let-through energy, wider magnetic ranges, and global ratings. This molded product is designed for switchboards, panels, control boards, and other electrical distribution items. GE Industrial Systems, www.geindustrial.com Enter 706

BRIGHT LEDS

Produce 25 lumens per emitter

Luxeon LED's are designed to light a wide field of vision, giving greater depth and brighter strobing to the machine vision market. Features include faster data collection and longer distance options between camera and subject. The Luxeon reportedly generates up to 60x the light of other solid-state sources. This product produces better images due to its brighter light, allowing users to reduce iris openings for increased depth of field, the company claims. LumiLeds Lighting, www.lumileds.com Enter 707

STORAGE CARDS

For more storage capacity

Memory Stick Duo^™ and Memory Stick PRO Duo^™ storage cards are designed for next-generation 2.5G and 3G mobile phones. New phones require greater storage capacity for features like digital cameras, video capture and playback, and digital audio players. The Duo cards are 1/3 the size of standard Memory Sticks and feature high capacity, high-speed data transfer and built-in security. SanDisk Corp., www.sandisk.com Enter 708

THIN FILM ELEMENTS

Ensure accuracy and stability

Tantalum nitride thin film is used in microwave and high frequency applications to ensure accuracy in harsh environments. TaNFilm^® is supplied on the customer's substrate silicon or ceramic to produce custom, thin film circuits and hybrids. Tantalum nitride is reportedly reliable, stable, and corrosion-proof. IRC, Inc.- Advanced Film Division, www.irctt.com Enter 709

WIRELESS TEST SYSTEMS

Portable and stand-alone must run

Testing software for wireless applications includes a synthesizer, signal generator, digitizer, combiner, two measurement suites, and waveform creation tools. The 3000 series is a PXI-based modular test suite with RF test capability and 4 modules. Applications include the automated measurement of parametric performance in transmitters and receivers, terminal alignment and performance characterization, and R&D. Aeroflex International, www.aeroflex.com Enter 710

THERMOMETERS

Four-point calibration certificate

The TFX Series of thermometers measures temperatures from -58 to 932F, with total accuracy for instrument and probe ±0.5F throughout the range. These items are able to measure precise temperatures of air, liquid, food, and semisolid materials. Features include high-impact housings, food grade ABS cases, resolutions of 0.1C, and IP 67 ratings. Applications include food processing and storage, laboratories, and biopharmaceutical plants. Dresser Industries-Instrument Divisionwww.dresserinstruments.com Enter 711

POWER SUPPLY

High power density

Capable of providing continuous 100W output at 50C, the ECM130 Series open frame power supply features 0V switching for improved efficiency and reliability. The technology reportedly boosts performance and reduces output noise and ripple. Six single-output models are available from 5-48V; two triple-output models are also available. Standard features include remote sense, active PFC, and overvoltage/overcurrent protection. XPiQ Inc., www.xpiq.com Enter 712

PCB SERVICE

Scalable service options

Sudden Circuits^™, a design/development/manufacturing solutions service, provides customers with quick delivery of components to build entire systems. A development of the company's Sudden Service experience, Sudden Circuits also helps customers deal with high-speed interconnect application questions and problems. The service is operated by the company's Signal Integrity Division, which provides for the selection, development, and testing of high-speed systems via the Internet and other methods. Samtec Inc., www.samtec.com Enter 713

VARISTORS

Use in many products

Multilayer varistors combine 0.5 ns response with capacitance values down to 70 pF, the company reports. The MLV 2322 varistors are available in case size 0603 or case size 0805. Applications include voltage pulse interference protection, electrostatic discharge protection, RF interference suppression, and I/O port protection. The varistors are reportedly ideal for products like cell phones, audio/visual systems, computers, portable testing and measurement equipment, and automobiles. Vishay Intertechnology Inc., www.vishay.com Enter 714

RF CONNECTORS

Available in many styles

BMA Blindmate RF connectors are designed to interface dimensions of military standard 348. They are designed for Blindmate applications where multiple RF connectors are mated simultaneously. Slide-on, non-locking interfaces are designed to allow up to 0.02-inch radial and 0.06-inch axial misalignment. Applications include wireless base station equipment, microwave subsystems, test and measurement, military radar, and satellite communication equipment. Northrop Grumman Corp., www.northgrum.com Enter 715